Contains Regulated Ingredients
EU Restricted Ingredients
These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.
TromethamineMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
What does "EU Restricted" mean?
Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:
- Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
- Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
- pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
- Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
- Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients
These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.
Ingredient Chemistry
pH Efficacy
pH Efficacy
4.8
0Neutral 714
Detected actives & ideal pH
NiacinamidepH 5–7
GluconolactonepH 3.5–4.5
Tranexamic AcidpH 3.5–5.5
Microbiome
Composition & Ethics
Product Details
Attributes
Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeLikely
No fragrance ingredients detected
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant
Composition
41 natural 1 unknown 10 synthetic
Based on 52 ingredients analyzed. 79% natural, 2% unknown and 19% synthetic.
Functions Overview (15)
skin conditioning27:Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Pentylene Glycol, Fructooligosaccharides, Bioflavonoids... +19 more
hair conditioning17:Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine... +9 more
antistatic16:Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine... +8 more
Texture & Feel
Texture & Feel
Expected texture
Watery liquid — absorbs instantly, may feel slightly sticky if glycerin-rich
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueLight
Finish:Fresh, weightless — absorbs completely leaving no residue
Watery, refreshing — absorbs in seconds with no residue. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.